Despite a federal and local government crackdown on medical marijuana dispensaries, approximately 135 dispensaries still remain open for business throughout the City of Los Angeles, although the number could be less soon. The Federal Government still considers marijuana an illegal drug even if used for medicinal purposes and even though it is legal under State Law for such purposes. Thus, it has targeted some dispensaries in Los Angeles over the past few years. Meanwhile, the City of Los Angeles began to target certain dispensaries in 2007, though it did allow some to remain open.
However, the City of Los Angeles recently passed an ordinance that could lead to the closure of more dispensaries. This is because under the new ordinance, a lottery will decide which dispensaries that will be allowed to remain open and thus which dispensaries that would be shut down. As expected, the new ordinance has led to the filing of lawsuits challenging the ordinance’s lottery system.
It will definitely be interesting to see how this issue plays out and Wallin and Klarich will continue to monitor it closely. If you or a loved one is facing drug-related charges or any type of criminal charges, it is important to hire an experienced, aggressive criminal defense attorney! Wallin and Klarich has been in the business of helping people with their criminal matters in Los Angeles County and throughout Southern California for over 30 years. Call Wallin and Klarich today 888-749-0034. We have a team of highly skilled Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys ready to take your call 7 days week, 24 hours a day!

On November 24, 2010, the Drug Enforcement Agency stated that in 30 days, possession or sale of so-called “fake pot” will be illegal for at least one year while the federal government studies its effects. Prior to the DEA’s announcement, fake pot, also known as “spice” or K2, was legal under federal law because it [...]